Scioto Country Club

Scioto Country Club

Columbus, Ohio

Private Club · 18 Holes · Par 71 · 6,965 yds · Members Only · 4.7

Where Jack Nicklaus learned to play golf, Scioto Country Club is a Donald Ross design that hosted the 1926 U.S. Open, 1931 Ryder Cup, and 1950 PGA Championship. The historic layout through mature Columbus parkland remains one of Ross's most celebrated designs with classic crowned greens and strategic bunkering.

History & Heritage

Donald Ross design, 1916. Hosted 1926 U.S. Open (Bobby Jones), 1931 Ryder Cup, 1950 PGA, 2016 Senior Open. Jack Nicklaus's home course growing up, taught by Jack Grout.

Signature Holes

Hole 1 Par 4 · 445 yards

Opening par 4 through mature parkland.

Hole 7 Par 3 · 190 yards

Ross crowned green par 3.

Hole 15 Par 4 · 425 yards

Strategic championship par 4.

Hole 18 Par 4 · 440 yards

Strong championship finisher.

What to Expect

Classic Ross parkland at 6,965 yards par 71. Crowned greens and strategic bunkering. Nicklaus connection is unmatched. Private only.

Playing Tips

Ross crowned greens shed balls missing center. Aim middle. Position over distance in the mature parkland.

Highlights

✓ Where Jack Nicklaus learned the game
✓ Host of 1926 U.S. Open and 1931 Ryder Cup
✓ Donald Ross classic through Columbus parkland

Frequently Asked Questions

Public?

No.

Nicklaus?

Learned golf here under Jack Grout.

Championships?

1926 Open, 1931 Ryder Cup, 1950 PGA, 2016 Senior Open.

Designer?

Donald Ross, 1916.

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